Grant Coordinator jobs in Arizona

Purpose
To devlop partnerships and to seek funding for projects within the Tolleson Union High School District as well as support District goals. The coordinator will need to coordinate, monitor, manage, modify, and maintain/prepare reports on federal, state, and private programs and grants.The incumbent will align District goals to grant opportunities and coordinate the delivery of services for student through grand and other special funding in all school settings.To manage and report grant expenditures upon completion of the grant life.

In addition, the Grant Coordinator is directly responsible for overseeing the 21st CCLC program’s operations for the 21st CCLC school sites. The primary areas of focus will be the coordination of program development and implementation, staff development, management of the after school academic and educational enrichment programs for youth and families, and the fiscal management of the grant.

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

Essential Functions:

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include operating standard office equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications; planning and managing projects; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include business telephone etiquette; and concepts of grammar and punctuation, and Spanish/English translation. Knowledge is required to read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is minimal. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working with frequent interruptions; setting priorities; and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Working Environment

The unusual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions requires the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking and 10% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations, a generally hazard free environment, and in a clean atmosphere.

Reports to: Director of Grants and Federal Programs

Terms of Employment: Twelve-months, full time

Evaluation: This position will be evaluated annually as outlined in Governing
Board Policy.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: Initial Placement Salary Schedule for Administrative/Support
Exempt Personnel, Coordinator

Board Approval: March 26, 2024 Approved